The Independent Evaluation Office (IEO) provides comprehensive evaluations of the activities of the International Monetary Fund (IMF). It operates independently of IMF management and at arm’s length from the Executive Board.

The selected candidate will lead evaluation projects from conception to completion, including Board discussion of the project report and communication of the report’s findings to relevant stakeholders. As project leader, the candidate will organize the work and guide the project team, with overall responsibility for the quality of the evaluation and its delivery within the expected timeframe and agreed budget.

As part of the IEO management team, the candidate will also assist the Director in managing the IEO work program and help as needed with other reports underway in the Office.

The initial contract will be for two years, but can be extended for up to a maximum of 12 years.

See the IEO website www.ieo-imf.org for detailed terms of reference and a list of previous evaluation projects.

Qualifications:

The candidate should possess strong analytical, managerial and communication skills. Wide knowledge of the economic work of the IMF and of the institution’s policies and practices is required. Substantial experience in preparing and delivering in-depth analytical studies is also important. The candidate will also be expected to have, or acquire early in the assignment, a familiarity with core evaluation techniques relevant to the work of the IEO.

Ideal candidates would be those who have worked in a national agency, academic institution, or international organization involved in the formulation, analysis or evaluation, of international economic policies. The selected candidate should have completed a graduate degree in economics with 15-20 years of professional experience working on economic policy issues in an international context.

Proficiency in English, the working language of the IMF, is required. Knowledge of other languages is desirable.

The selected candidate will be expected to take up his/her position in January 2019.

To apply:

Candidates should apply online at IEO Vacancy 1800498 by July 31, 2018 (vacancy no. 1800498), with a clear indication of a telephone number and e-mail address where you can be contacted.